The Ultimate Connected Camera Begins with the GALAXY Camera
The Samsung GALAXY Camera ushers in a new era of visual communication,
with instant sharing powered by Android platform
MISSISSAUGA, ON, Nov. 22, 2012 /CNW/ - Samsung Electronics Canada, the
global leader in Android(TM) smartphones, today announced that the GALAXY
Camera will be available at Canadian retailers on December 7, 2012 in
time for the holiday shopping season.
The GALAXY Camera combines high performance photography features with
Android(TM)4.1 (Jelly Bean) and the freedom of 3G+ Wi-Fi connectivity to
create the world's first truly Connected Camera. The GALAXY Camera
ushers in a new era of visual communications, allowing users to shoot,
edit and share high quality images and video from anywhere, at any time
through a single device.
"The GALAXY Camera marks the next stage of evolution in the history of
the camera and we are extremely excited to make it available to
Canadian customers today," said Paul Brannen, Vice President,
Enterprise Business Solutions at Samsung Canada. "Combining world
class mobile and digital imaging technologies, The GALAXY Camera gives
users the total freedom to take vivid, high quality pictures and videos
and share them instantly through their favorite social networking sites
or with family and friends without the restrictions of a conventional
camera."
What sets the GALAXY Camera apart as the first truly Connected Camera is
the 3G+ Wi-Fi connectivity, opening users up to a world of near
limitless sharing and smartphone like activities. Posting high quality
images to your favorite social networking sites such as Facebook,
Twitter, Pinterest, and the pre-installed Instagram app has never been
easier. The GALAXY Camera functions on Wi-Fi with Dual Band and Channel
Bonding for extra speed. Available in glossy white, simply shoot, edit
and share with the touch of a button.
The GALAXY Camera also delivers outstanding photography on the go which
easily outperforms any smartphone camera available. Boasted by a 21x
super long zoom lens and a super-bright 16M BSI CMOS sensor, the GALAXY
Camera also features Samsung's 'Smart Mode' technology; a series of 15
default modes and settings that make professional-looking photography
easy for anyone to achieve. No matter what the occasion, the GALAXY
Camera's 'Smart Mode delivers stunningly detailed images that make
photography with the GALAXY Camera effortless and enjoyable.
Once captured, users can enjoy their images on the GALAXY Camera's 4.8"
(121.2mm) HD Super ClearTouch Display. However, the GALAXY Camera's
beautiful display can be used for more than just viewing. Users can
quickly and easily make professional edits to their photos using the
integrated 'Photo Wizard' a comprehensive set of 35 photo editing tools
powered by the GALAXY Camera's ultrafast quad-core processor. Users can
also use 'Paper Artist', an app that became popular on the GALAXY Note
II, for quick and unique photo edits.
The GALAXY Camera ships with Android(TM) 4.1 (Jelly Bean), giving users
access to over 600,000 apps currently available on Google Play. The
Android OS also provides full browsing support and the ability to
customize your camera to suit your creative needs.
The GALAXY Camera will be available on December 7(th )at Black's Photography and The Samsung Store, located in Metrotown Mall
in Burnaby, B.C. For specific pricing details, please visit your
nearest retailer. For more information on the GALAXY Camera, please
visit http://www.samsung.com.
About Samsung Electronics Canada Inc.
Samsung Electronics Canada markets a broad range of award-winning
digital consumer electronics, IT, telecommunications and home appliance
products. The Canadian arm upholds Samsung's global mission to provide
consumers with innovative digital convergence products that possess
exceptional technology, quality, features, performance and value. As a
result of its commitment to innovation and unique design, Samsung has
become one of the most decorated brands in the electronics industry. In
2012, Samsung was ranked #9 in the Interbrand "100 Best Global Brands"
breaking the top ten for the first time, and was named as one of Fast
Company's "50 Most Innovative Companies of 2011".
For more information, please visit www.samsung.com
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SOURCE Samsung Electronics Canada Inc.
Samsung Electronics Canada Inc.
CONTACT: Kevin Galbraith
North Strategic for Samsung Canada
Kevin.galbraith@northstrategic.com
647-456-3786